celeste
“celeste” means “light blue” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
light blue
Also: sky blue
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Mi color favorito es el azul celeste.
A1My favorite color is sky blue.
Ella tiene unos ojos celestes preciosos.
A2She has beautiful light blue eyes.
Pintamos el cuarto del bebé de color celeste.
B1We painted the baby's room light blue.
celestial
Also: heavenly
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Los astrónomos estudian los cuerpos celestes.
B2Astronomers study celestial bodies.
Fue una música de una belleza celeste.
C1It was music of a heavenly beauty.
El reino celeste es un concepto común en la religión.
C1The heavenly kingdom is a common concept in religion.
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Quick Quiz: celeste
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Which of these objects would most likely be described as 'celeste'?
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From the Latin word 'caelestis,' which means 'belonging to the sky' or 'from heaven.' It shares the same root as the Spanish word 'cielo.'
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'celeste' the same as 'azul'?
No. 'Azul' is the general word for blue, while 'celeste' specifically describes a light or sky-blue shade.
Does 'celeste' change for masculine and feminine?
No, it is a neutral adjective. It remains 'celeste' regardless of the gender of the noun it describes.
Why is the Uruguay national team called 'La Celeste'?
Because their jerseys are light blue, which is one of the colors of their national flag.